The members of Fulton Lodge No. 248 Free & Accepted Masons, of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, welcome the public for a tour of this 131-year-old Masonic lodge building in Delta, Ohio. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2021 for Architectural distinction and has been hosting stated Masonic meetings since 1894. The tour will be on the second and third floors of the Lodge building, which is unfortunately not handicap accessible. Stop by and have a hotdog on us and take of tour of this amazing structure in the heart of Delta. 

Thank you brothers for showing in force at Wauseon Lodge's Inspection this evening. With 9 qualifying brothers (and 11 all together) we took home the traveling trophy for a second Inspection in a row. We won't get three in a row since the next inspection is our own, but I still want to encourage all of our brothers to be at your home lodge by 7pm next Thursday!

The brothers of Fulton Lodge with the assistance of our DDGM, RWB James Parsons, where able to present WB Larry Chamberlain (past master 1967) with his 60 year service award this evening. Congratulations Brother! And thank you Bill, Rick, and Dave for braving the cold this evening. 

Our first major winter storm of the season made it a challenging night for travel to Sherwood Lodge in Defiance. Thankfully by the time inspection was complete, most of the snow had melted off. Of course, I want to thank our brothers who traveled this evening, but for everyone who decided to sit this one out, it was a smart decision. The roads were treacherous in many areas, so always use your best judgment and always stay safe!

At the time of lodge counts, Fulton Lodge led the pack with 7 brothers in attendance. We took home the traveling trophy for this first round, and we have another opportunity to hold on to it next Friday at Wauseon. The gavel drops at 7 pm next Friday in the FC degree.

Travel Safe, Travel Well, Travel Often

Fulton Lodge's WB Craig Szczublewski, was appointed as one of the 5th District DEOs at the 214th Grand Lodge Communications in October. WB Dennis Richardson of Wauseon is also appointed as DEO and RWB James Parsons of Liberty Center is the newly appointed DDGM.  Their combined installation will be October 27th at Liberty Center Lodge starting at 7:30pm, all are welcome to attend.

Gene Dennis Bowerman, age 76, of Swanton, passed away unexpectedly at his residence early Thursday morning, August 24, 2023.  He was born on August 18, 1947 in Wauseon to the late Harold Bowerman and Kathryn (Galbraith) Bowerman. Gene graduated from Delta High School in 1965, shortly after high school he enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1972. On April 3, 1970, he married Shirley Battig and together they shared 53 years of marriage and were blessed with three children, Tyson, Jon and Tatum.  In 1976, Gene along with his wife, Shirley started their family business, Bowerman Carpet / Wallpaper; which still operates today.  Gene was a member and past Master of Fulton Lodge #248 F&A.M.  He was also an active member of the Delta Eagles, Delta American Legion Post #373 and Hope Church of Delta (previously Delta United Methodist Church).  Gene enjoyed spending time camping with his family at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Fremont, IN and recently, Marble Lake; where he captained the pontoon boat and drove his grandchildren and trusted canine companion, “Lu Lu” on his motor scooter.  He loved supporting and following his children in their various sporting and school activities.  Gene was an avid fan of The OSU Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians and proud supporter of the Delta Public Schools.  In addition to the passing of his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his daughter, Tatum Bowerman- Hummel on August 20, 2016 and brother, Edwin Bowerman on October 9, 2002. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Tyson (Amy) Bowerman of Swanton; Jon (Becky) Bowerman of Florida, son-in-law, Chris Hummel and grandchildren, Courtney, Claudia, Abby, Amanda, Tristen, Gavin, Clayton, Michaela, Katie and Oliver and sister-in-law, Donna Bowerman.  Friends and family will be received from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Monday, August 28, 2023 at Barnes Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 5825 St. Hwy. 109 in Delta.  A funeral service honoring Gene’s life will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 also at the funeral home.  Those wishing a show of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Fulton County Humane Society, 22450 Co Rd F, Archbold, Ohio 43502, or Sara’s Garden, 620 W. Leggett Street Wauseon, Ohio 43567 in Gene’s memory.  Online condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com